Morgan County, Harlem to play for region title Friday

  • Morgan County defensive lineman Jamel Cox tries to bat down a pass thrown by Cross Creek quarterback Brandon Wallace (3). JIM TURNER/Contributed
    Morgan County defensive lineman Jamel Cox tries to bat down a pass thrown by Cross Creek quarterback Brandon Wallace (3). JIM TURNER/Contributed

    The regular-season finale between Morgan County (8-1, 4-0 Region 4-AAA) and Harlem (7-2, 4-0) this Friday has huge implications, with the winner of the contest being crowned the region champs.

    • Series History: Morgan County leads, 18-10-1.

    • Last Meeting: Harlem defeated Morgan County 34-17 in 2022.

    Last season, Harlem took the Region 4-AAA title with a 34-17 win over Morgan County at Bill Corry Sta…